21101 Island Forest Drive

Cornelius, NC
$ 1,575,000 Beds 3 Baths 3 Sq 2,773 Virtual Tour
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Some homes on Lake Norman are all about the house. Others are about the lifestyle that comes with it. 21101 Island Forest Drive delivers both. Positioned on a west-facing waterfront lot in one of Cornelius most established lake communities, this completely reimagined home is designed around what makes Lake Norman living special. West facing views, unforgettable sunsets, effortless entertaining, and the ability to enjoy the lake right from your backyard at an affordable price. Inside, the home has been completely transformed into a bright, open retreat where the lake is always part of the experience. Vaulted living spaces, wrapped beams and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace create a dramatic main living area, while the renovated kitchen anchors the home with custom cabinetry, premium appliances, gas cooking and an oversized island made for gathering. The thoughtful renovation continues throughout with updated flooring, remodeled bathrooms, custom stair treads, a redesigned primary suite with custom walk-in closet, updated laundry and mudroom spaces, and extensive improvements that allow the next owner to move in and immediately begin enjoying the home. But the real story of 21101 Island Forest begins outside. As the afternoon turns to evening, the west facing backyard becomes the place everyone wants to be. Gather on the lakeside deck, relax in the hot tub, watch the game outside, sit around the fire pit, or simply take in the sunset across Lake Norman. The expanded outdoor living areas, new fencing, landscaping, concrete patio and waterfront setting create a private retreat equally suited for quiet evenings and weekends filled with friends and family. And unlike waterfront locations that leave you choosing between lake life and convenience, Island Forest puts you in the heart of Cornelius with Davidson, dining and shopping in Birkdale Village, parks and I-77 just minutes away. The existing waterfront setup also gives the next owner the opportunity to create a new dock tailored specifically to their boating and lake lifestyle. You can renovate a house. You can redesign a kitchen. But you can't recreate a west-facing Lake Norman lot in the heart of Cornelius. At 21101 Island Forest Drive, you're not simply buying a renovated waterfront home. You're buying the sunsets, the water, the location, and the Lake Norman lifestyle that comes with it.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 1,575,000
  • City
  • Cornelius
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • MECKLENBURG
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Mecklenburg County
  • Lot Size
  • 0.25 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28031
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,773
  • Year Built
  • 1973
  • Style
  • Bungalow
  • MLS#
  • 4401080
Listed By: Horizon Realty Carolinas; 704-699-3728
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 2773
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Cable Connected,Electricity Connected
Roof Architectural Shingle
Appliances Dishwasher,Refrigerator
Zoning GR
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Deck,Front Porch
Architectural Style Bungalow
Construction Materials Brick Partial,Wood
Year Built 1973
View Long Range,Water,Year Round
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 001-111-06
Waterfront Features Boat Slip (Deed),Dock
County Mecklenburg
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name Island Forest
Garage Y/N No
Full Baths 3
High School William Amos Hough
City Cornelius
Body of Water Lake Norman
Senior Community Y/N No
Open Parking Spaces 2
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Cornelius
Middle/Junior High School Bailey
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo Optional
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 800200
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Walk-In Closet(s)
Basement Finished,Walk-Out Access
Fireplace Features Living Room
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 1367
Laundry Features In Basement,Lower Level
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 1406
Total Baths 3
SqFt Main 1367
Bedroom 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Above Ground Hot Tub / Spa,Hot Tub
Fencing Back Yard,Fenced
Parking Features Driveway
Lot Features Sloped,Views,Waterfront
Water Source City
Lot Size Area 0.25
Foundation Details Basement
Road Surface Type Concrete,Paved
Other Parking on street parking and driveway
Road Responsibility Publicly Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Hickory, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Cornelius Elementary School
Middle School Bailey Middle School
High School William Amos Hough High School

Price History

7/6/2026 Listed $1,799,900
7/23/2026 3% - $1,750,000
8/28/2026 3% - $1,699,900
9/11/2026 8% - $1,575,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28031

Price
AVG $2M
$1.58M
Year Built
AVG 1998
1973
Visits
AVG 245
143
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

21101 Island Forest Drive Cornelius, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $1575000 with 2773 sqft and a lot size of 0.25 Acres Acre(s). 21101 Island Forest Drive Cornelius has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1973. The property's zip code is 28031 which is in Cornelius, NC

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